Two Towers Walk (Buckholm and Torwoodlee)
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Refunds up to 7 days before event
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Great route around Gala's countryside taking in two of its history packed estates and towers!
About this event
This decent size walk will take us to the slopes of Buckholm Hill. After a visit to the haunted 16th century Buckholm Tower we will then make our way to the 17th century Torwoodlee Tower. Along the walk we will learn tales of ancient Border rivalry.
THIS IS A STRENUOS WALK WITH CLIMBS, BOGGY UNDERFOOT AND REMOTE OPEN AREAS. YOU SHOULD BE FULLY EQUIPED WITH SUITABLE WALKING GEAR/FOOD/WATER/HOT DRINK AND HAVE A GOOD LEVEL OF FITNESS.
Distance - 6 miles, approx time - 5 hours, ascent 213 metres, grading - MODERATE TO STRENUOUS
Start and end of walk - Outside Focus Community Centre, Livingstone Pl, Galashiels TD1 1DQ - THE FOCUS CENTRE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED SO THERE ARE NO PUBLIC TOILETS
